Get ready for a shamrockin’ good time as you celebrate the luck of the Irish with your family this St. Patrick’s Day! From lively music and festivities to green treats and themed crafts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ve rounded up the most entertaining family-friendly celebrations happening in and around Edmonton, because everyone is Irish on March 17.

St. Patrick’s Day Events 2026

☘️ Make Leprechaun Slime with Slime Lab at The Makery | March 8

Kids ages 5 and up can make Leprechaun Treasure Jelly Slime at this 45-minute drop-in Slime Lab class at The Makery. All supplies are provided, and each child gets a jar to bring their slime home.

☘️ Shamrock Skate in Strathcona County | March 15

Wear green and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with the Shamrock Skate at Glen Allen Recreation Complex! Enjoy FREE skating and shamrock-themed activities for the whole family.

☘️ St. Patrick’s Day Trail Run | March 15

Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day fun early with the annual St. Patrick’s Day Trail Run in Rundle Park! Register for a 5 km or 10 km walk or run, and enjoy a free meal and dessert featuring Irish and Ukrainian flavours. Everyone who finishes gets a festive medal!

☘️ St. Paddy’s Day Paint Party | March 15

Join Creative Spark Art for a St. Paddy’s Day Paint Party at The Sherlock Holmes Pub in downtown Edmonton. Create your own pot of gold painting with help from the instructor at this all-ages event, and enjoy food and drink specials to celebrate!

☘️ St. Patrick’s Day at Farmer & Daughter Toy Shop | March 17

Head to Farmer & Daughter Toy Shop on St. Patrick’s Day for some festive fun! Kids can enjoy open play at a lucky charm sensory table and search for gold coins hidden by leprechauns, with a little help from magical fairy friends.

☘️ Watch Ireland in IMAX | March 17

This St. Patrick’s Day, enjoy a special screening of Ireland in IMAX at TELUS World of Science- Edmonton! This 2D screening, featuring narration by Liam Neeson, showcases the beauty and rich culture and history of the Emerald Isle, and you can enjoy Irish stew and soda bread at the Purple Pear!

☘️ St. Patrick’s Day at the Irish Centre | March 17

Head to the Irish Centre on St. Patrick’s Day for an authentic celebration with Irish dancing through the day and a live musical performance in the evening.

☘️ St. Patrick’s Day at Sunridge | March 17

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Sunridge Ski Area with a family-friendly night of festivities both on and off the ski hill. There will be live music and drinks, discounted lift tickets, and prizes to be won for wearing green or playing Catch the Leprechaun on the hill!

☘️ St. Patrick’s Day at Ed’s Bowling | March 17

Grab your crew, dress in green, and head to Ed’s Bowling for a St. Patrick’s Day bash! There will be a live DJ, festive drink specials, and score FREE bead necklaces to top off your look.

☘️ Lucky Leprechaun Night at Ortona | March 21

Drop your kids off for leprechaun-themed fun at the Parent’s Night Out event at Ortona! The kids will enjoy themed games and gymnastics, a gold coin scavenger hunt, a Leprechaun trap craft, and a movie with snacks, while you enjoy a well-deserved night off. Register in advance to reserve your spot.